Discounts with the purchase of a student ID from Moorpark, Oxnard and Ventura College are honored by select businesses throughout Ventura County.
The economy is bad. This is a fact that must be faced. However, taking advantage of resources available is a great way to save money.
Mayra De Leon, a Ventura College student and campus employee, said in the student business office there are flyers with all the surrounding establishment’s that participate in giving student discounts. For her, saving is a must.
“I keep a flyer in my car,” said De Leon over a telephone interview. “I can pull it out when I need it.”
Around Ventura, a few Subway restaurants, and the Ventura Bowling alley honor discounts with an ID. However, there are also a lot of companies locally that give discounts without notifying the college.
“Having an ID is definitely a perk that [students] can go and use,” said De Leon.
The purchase of student ID’s are promoted at VC early in the semester because the bookstore offers 10 percent off for used books and supplies.
At VC, student ID’s are $6 a semester or $10 for a school year.
Moorpark College students ID’s provide free entry to home games, discounts to the college’s theatrical performances, and of course discounts to local stores.
Shanna Holako, a 19-year-old, English major works for the associated student’s office at MC.
She said that most students don’t get the discounts because they aren’t aware of the benefits.
Starbucks in Westlake Village, the Tanning Cafe in Simi Valley, and San-Sai in Moorpark are just a few of the local businesses that offer discounts with a student ID.
“The money goes straight back into the school,” said Holako. “That in itself is worth the price.”
MC student ID’s are $10 for a semester and $15 for a school year. Funds contribute to promoting student life and scholarships for MC students.
Nicole D’Elia, a 20-year-old, Business major, said that she purchased a student ID her first semester but never took advantage of its benefits.
“I had no idea there were so many discounts,” said D’Elia. “Before I really thought it was useless.”
For a list of stores that offer savings for Ventura or Oxnard College visit the student business offices. For a list of stores that offer savings for Moorpark College visit the associated student’s office or visit the Moorpark College website keyword: Student ID.
